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Chambers & Partners Latin America names Jana & Gil Band 1 in Arbitration
2022

Jana & Gil Dispute Resolution is Band 1 in Arbitration, and three lawyers have been recognized individually. They are Andrés Jana, Rodrigo Gil and Karen Werner, founding partners of the firm. Karen is also a Managing Partner of the firm.

The Dispute Resolution: Arbitration ranking places the firm in the highest category, commenting on this outstanding position: Jana & Gil Dispute Resolution is a prominent boutique with widely recognized arbitration expertise. The team has international experience acting for relevant clients under ICC and ICSID rules, as well as domestic mandates under CAM rules and ad hoc arbitration hearings. The group regularly advises on commercial and investor-state disputes within the Chilean oil and gas, construction and energy sectors, in connection with major mining and infrastructure projects, shareholder disputes and breaches of contract.

Andrés Jana was recognized in Band 1 of three categories: Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Chile, Most in Demand Arbitrators, and International Arbitration: Arbitrators.

In the first category, Chambers comments:

Andrés Jana is a leading arbitration practitioner who acts in complex commercial and investment treaty arbitration mandates under the rules of the major arbitral institutions. His extensive practice leads him to act as both counsel and arbitrator in high-profile disputes in the Chilean market. One impressed client said: "Andrés Jana puts himself in his clients' shoes, has excellent judgment and has extensive knowledge and experience. He is very adept at putting the arguments and understanding the issue at hand."

In the category of International Arbitration: Arbitrators, the publication states:

Andrés Jana, of Jana & Gil Dispute Resolution, draws on his long experience in the field of dispute resolution to act as arbitrator in matters throughout Latin America, especially in Chile. He can boast notable experience as a lawyer and as an arbitrator.

Rodrigo Gil remains in Band 2 of Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Chile. About his position in this category, the publication says:

Rodrigo Gil runs a well-established arbitration practice and regularly advises on a range of Chilean and international arbitration matters. He is regularly instructed to represent clients in energy and construction disputes. One client comments, "Rodrigo Gil is very client-focused, creative and has a wealth of experience and knowledge of ICC matters. He is a pleasure to work with.

Karen Werner receives praise for her impressive track record as a partner in recent years, excelling in Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Chile in the Up & Coming category. Chambers comments:

Karen Werner is highly recommended for her dispute resolution skills. She regularly represents Chilean clients in a variety of commercial litigation cases. One client says: "Karen Werner is a brilliant litigator, who stands out for her intelligence and ability to understand not only the legal issue but also the strategy."

Check out Jana & Gil Dispute Resolution's profile on the publication here.

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